As the fires raged all over the state this summer, the smoky air in our valley became debilitating at times. I found myself sick for months, usual outdoor adventures with my kiddos were put on hold, and my plein air painting avoided at all cost....I found myself hiding indoors, painting all I could from the windows of our midway home. as i prayed and fasted for others also affected by the fires, most evenings, an exquisite pink sky or dramatic sunset would blanket our little valley....These small displays of beauty were a daily reminder to me that the trials and discomfort we are facing enable us to become our best selves as we rely our our Savior Jesus Christ and His Atonement. My walls are now filled with these constant reminders and i couldn’t be more grateful.